Accelerator Program Manager

Ipreneur; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role in program design

Exposure to corporates and VCs

Competitive compensation and learning

Opportunity to drive innovation and EC

Job summary

Infopace in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Accelerator Manager to design, run, and scale world-class accelerator programs that merge startup acceleration with corporate innovation.

You will build cohorts of startups, manage partnerships with mentors, investors, and consulates, and drive revenue through sponsorships, pilots, and licensing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in innovation, venture acceleration, or corporate startup programs.
• Experience managing cohort-based programs with startup and corporate tracks.
• Strong stakeholder management across mentors, investors, sponsors, government, and consulates.
• Excellent project management, event execution, and communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and run structured accelerator programs (3 months) for startups and corporate-backed cohorts.
• Curate and onboard a global mentor network including corporate technologists, investors, and domain experts.
• Organize mentor touchpoints: weekly 1:1s, monthly roundtables, clinics.
• Plan workshops on venture finance, enterprise GTM, legal/compliance, and tech integration.
• Co-host Demo Day events with corporates, consulates, investors, and media.

Skills

Project management

Execution

Communication

Facilitation

Networking

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor/Master in Business or Engineering

Tools

Asana

Notion

Dashboards

Job description

• Infopace is India’s first Strategic Change Management company, pioneering transformation through People Development, Strategic Interventions, Leadership Excellence, and Innovation-led solutions. With a strong focus on helping organizations adapt, evolve, and scale, Infopace delivers high-impact management services powered by behavioral science, advanced assessment tools, capability-building programs, and long-term growth roadmaps.
• We work across diverse sectors including Education, Healthcare, Energy, Retail, Automobiles, IT, ITES, and many other emerging industries—helping leaders and teams navigate complex change while building a culture of resilience, agility, and high performance. Our expertise lies in diagnosing organizational challenges, designing scalable solutions, and driving measurable outcomes that support sustainable business growth.
• As Infopace continues to expand, we are opening new job vacancies for passionate, purpose-driven professionals who want to contribute to transformative projects across India. Whether you are a strategist, consultant, trainer, analyst, or someone who believes in shaping the future of work, Infopace offers a dynamic environment with continuous learning, diverse challenges, and meaningful impact.

If you are looking to grow your career in a forward-thinking organization, we invite you to join our team and be part of India’s leading transformation company. Together, we create change that truly matters.

Role Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as an Accelerator Manager. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and execution of our accelerator programs aimed at fostering innovation and driving growth for scaling startups. You will work closely with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to create an environment that encourages collaboration, mentorship, and learning. Your strategic vision and leadership will be crucial in identifying promising startups, providing them with the necessary resources, and facilitating their success through a structured accelerator curriculum. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the startup ecosystem, exceptional project management skills, and a passion for nurturing emerging business talent. You will also be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including corporate partners, investors, and government agencies. Your ability to analyze market trends and respond to industry needs will be essential in shaping our accelerator programs to ensure they remain relevant and impactful. If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact in the entrepreneurship landscape, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our mission to empower the next generation of innovators.

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced, proactive Program Manager to design, run, and scale world-class accelerator programs that merge startup acceleration and corporate innovation. You will build cohorts of high-potential startups, manage consulate/investor/corporate partnerships, mentor onboarding, curated deal-flow, and generate revenue through cohort fees, sponsorships, pilots, equity, and licensing.

Key Responsibilities

Program Strategy & Startup Onboarding :

• Design and implement structured accelerator programs (3 months) for independent startups and corporate-backed cohorts.
• Conduct market research to identify verticals (e.g., fintech, healthtech, sustainability) and curate proprietary high-value deal flow.
• Manage outreach via industry bodies, consulate networks, webinars, and targeted ads.
• Screen, recruit, and onboard 8–12 high-potential startups per cohort, driving revenue through tiered participation fees.
• Curate and onboard a global mentor network, including corporate technologists, investors, domain experts, and consulate representatives.
• Organize structured mentor touchpoints: weekly one-on-ones, monthly mentor roundtables, corporate mentor clinics.
• Plan and deliver workshops covering venture finance, enterprise GTM, legal/compliance, and technical integration.

Corporate Acceleration & Sponsorship

• Collaborate with sponsoring corporations to define cohort themes, KPIs, tech POCs, and pilot timelines.
• Co-run cohort programs, provide corporate mentors and R&D access for startups.
• Co-host Demo Day events with corporates, consulates, investors, and media.
• Generate revenue from corporate sponsor fees, pilot licensing, and equity stakes.

Investor & Consulate Partnerships

• Build and manage relationships with VCs, angel networks, and consulate offices for cross-border growth and regulatory support.
• Coordinate investor pitch sessions, demo days, and global consulate delegations to support startup growth.
• Host webinars, hackathons, and co-branded events with industry bodies, consulates, and corporates.
• Execute PR & ad campaigns (LinkedIn, X), curate alumni success stories, and position the program within the local ecosystem.

Monitoring, Reporting & Deal Flow Management

• Set up real-time dashboards tracking cohort performance: growth metrics, pilot conversions, investment raised.
• Track pilot outcomes, corporate integration, and startup revenue growth.
• Produce executive reports, investor decks, and outcome presentations after each cohort.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business, Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years in innovation, venture acceleration, or corporate startup programs.
• Proven experience managing cohort-based programs, ideally with both startup and corporate tracks.
• Strong stakeholder management across mentors, investors, sponsors, government, and consulates.
• Excellent project management, event execution, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze trends, iterate program design, and operate with commercial rigor.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

What We Offer

• Leadership role designing accelerator programs from inception.
• Exposure to global corporates, startups, VCs, and ecosystem leaders.
• Competitive compensation, performance incentives, and learning opportunities.
• Opportunity to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and ecosystem growth.

Ideal Skills

• Project Management & Execution: Highly detail oriented, able to manage multi track cohorts.
• Technical & Analytical: Comfortable with digital tools (Asana, Notion, dashboards) and data-driven program iteration.
• Network Builder: Deep relationships with startup/VC/corporate leadership and consulate contacts.
• Facilitator & Communicator: Polished presenter, workshop facilitator, and advisor.
• Commercially Minded: Understands cohort P&L, pilot economics, and equity & licensing revenue streams.